Capitol Grounds
Vandals damage new Battle Born Memorial on the state capitol grounds in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 5:47pmA newly dedicated memorial on the State Capitol grounds in Carson City was damaged Monday by vandals on razor scooters and bicycles, according to the Nevada Department of Public Safety Capitol Police.
Events around Carson City on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/11/2018 - 11:07pmWe honor those who have served our country today on this Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 12, 2018. Take a moment to thank those who have given in service and sacrifice to our great country, and remember those veterans who are no longer with us. Around Carson City and throughout Northern Nevada, federal, state and local government offices are closed.
Battle Born Memorial in Carson City unveiled to honor fallen Nevada military
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/09/2018 - 11:36amThe Battle Born Memorial was unveiled today on the State Capitol grounds in Carson City behind the Nevada State Library and Archives, dedicated to Nevada’s 895 fallen service members.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Nov. 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/09/2018 - 12:41amWelcome to the last day of the work week, Carson City. Today is Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Another day of sunny skies and seasonal temperatures. On tap is a morning walk hosted by Muscle Powered, a memorial dedication ceremony on the capitol grounds and a pickle ball tournament at the MAC. Renowned Artist Terese Nielsen will do a signing at The Hydra's Lair and our own Western Nevada Musical Theatre presents the start of the second week of "Mamma Mia!"
Schedule of events for Veterans Day through the weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/08/2018 - 1:39pmFrom free concerts, to pet adoptions, to a new memorial, here are the list of events for 2018's Veterans Day.
Memorial honoring Nevada’s fallen military to be unveiled in dedication ceremony
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 10:16amThe public is invited to attend the dedication ceremony of the Battle Born Memorial to Nevada’s military fallen on Friday, Nov. 9 on the state capitol grounds in Carson City.
Walk For Freedom through downtown Carson City makes statement against human trafficking
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/20/2018 - 1:44pmA single file line of people dressed in black silently made its way from the State Capitol grounds north along Carson Street Saturday morning to raise awareness of human trafficking in Nevada, nationwide and around the world.
Thursday’s happenings around Carson City: Flag Day, family fun, and a birthday or two
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 06/14/2018 - 6:05amShe’s a grand ole flag, and there will be two ceremonies to recognize the stars and stripes in Carson City today. At 10 a.m. you can join the Nevada National Guard at the Veterans Memorial on the Capitol Grounds for presentation of the colors, speakers, and even cake for the US Army’s anniversary. You’ll find the Elks Club honoring our flag at 3 p.m. The public are invited to both events. The Army isn’t the only birthday you’ll find today; Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery celebrates its seventh year with an artist reception and new work from Denise Jenkins.
Nevada Guard hosts 20th annual Flag Day, U.S. Army birthday ceremony at Capitol
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/06/2018 - 10:20amCARSON CITY — The Nevada National Guard is set to host its 20th annual Flag Day and U.S. Army’s 243rd birthday celebration 10 a.m. June 14 at the Nevada Veterans Memorial on Capitol grounds, 101 N. Carson St.
Senator Square: Carson High School Class of 2018 ready to graduate
Submitted by editor on Sat, 06/02/2018 - 7:19pmThe CHS Class of 2018 is going to step onto the football field as a group of students without a diploma and step off the football field as high school graduates with a diploma and a new wilderness in front of them.
Things to do on Thursday in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 7:27amYou may have noticed a few blue porch lights in your neighborhood; it’s a way to offer support for our local law enforcement officers. Today, those who have lost their lives in the line of duty will be honored at the Law Enforcement Memorial on the Nevada Capitol grounds with a ceremony, presentation of the colors, and taps.
Vegas to Capital City Memorial Run: Nevada law officers in final stretch to Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/02/2018 - 9:13amThe 2018 Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Run, which began April 25 in Las Vegas, is making its way to Carson City with runners in their final stride Wednesday along Highway 395 through Douglas County.
Carson City encouraged to shine blue porch light in show of law enforcement support
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/24/2018 - 9:07amResidents and businesses in Nevada’s state capital can show support for Carson City sheriff’s deputies and all law enforcement this spring by shining a blue porch light, Mayor Bob Crowell said Tuesday.
Dozens turn out for nationwide Second Amendment rally at Nevada Capitol
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 1:09pmFor the second straight weekend, gun rights supporters rallied at the Nevada Capitol in downtown Carson City to voice their support for Second Amendment freedom.
Festival of Lights brought carols, sleigh rides and more to Downtown Carson City
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Fri, 12/01/2017 - 9:38pmThe Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights tree lighting celebration was a cheerful spectacle. In a flash the lights came on and the capitol grounds bursted with color and sound.
Scroll the photos and watch the video below to see and hear a very special carol performed by Carson City area fifth grade choir students.
Christmas comes early at Capitol, downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/01/2017 - 9:09pmWith the flip of a switch, the Nevada State Capitol and downtown Carson Street came alive with bright lights and festive colors, ushering in the Christmas season during the annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights and annual tree lighting ceremony at the Capitol building Friday night.
Friday, Sept. 15: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 5:28amAutumn is coming. It seems our days of 80+ degree weather is over, but so are rainy days we’ve seen this week. The Carson Aquatic Center welcomes everyone to a ‘Dive-in Movie’ on their new LED screen: Finding Nemo is a perfect flick for the whole family. Funnyman Adam Stone headlines this week’s Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget for those needing a good laugh. The Carson Area Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America will gather to honor those who have given their all and have yet to come home during a POW/MIA Recognition Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on the Capitol Grounds.
POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at Nevada Veteran's Memorial Wall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/04/2017 - 10:26amThe Carson Area Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America will be sponsoring a 2017 POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 15th at the Nevada Veteran's Memorial Wall on the Nevada Capitol Grounds in Carson City.
Sandoval signs bills protecting Nevada's first responders; sends memorial to capitol grounds
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/14/2017 - 6:09pmAlong with public safety agencies from around the state, members of the Carson City Fire Department participate in a bill-signing ceremony Wednesday. Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval signed two bills into law, one measure will strengthen penalties for crimes against first responders and the second will move the Nevada Firefighter's Memorial to the Capitol grounds.
Nevada celebrates Flag Day, Army's 242nd birthday at Veterans Memorial
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/14/2017 - 12:06pmNevadans celebrated both Flag Day and the U.S. Army’s 242nd birthday Wednesday during a ceremony at the Nevada Veterans Memorial on the state capitol grounds in Carson City.
Wednesday, June 14: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 06/13/2017 - 8:01pmThe Pony Express rides again. Actually, the re-ride is an annual occurrence, and always comes right through the heart of Carson City. See the mochila hand-off at the corner of Second and Curry Streets today around 12:30 p.m. (but can be up to three hours early or late) and you can follow its historic route online HERE. The Nevada National Guard celebrates Flag Day and the Army’s anniversary on the Capitol Grounds at 10:00 a.m.
Nevada Guard hosts 19th annual Flag Day ceremony, U.S. Army birthday at Nevada Capitol
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 9:38amThe Nevada National Guard is set to host its 19th annual Flag Day and U.S. Army's 242nd birthday celebration 10 a.m. this Wednesday, June 14 at the Veterans Memorial on Capitol grounds, 101 N. Carson St. in Carson City.
4-H 2017 Summer Youth Day Camp offered in June
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/30/2017 - 1:35pmCarson City Cooperative Extension is looking for youth interested in the the 4-H 2017 Summer Day Camp. The camp is a week of fun and educational activities designed around exploring Carson City and surrounding areas.
Law enforcement gather in Carson City to memorialize fallen officers, North Las Vegas detective
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/04/2017 - 3:25pmHundreds of Nevada law enforcement officers were in Carson City Thursday to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and to memorialize a North Las Vegas Police detective who died earlier this year.
Thursday, May 4: In Carson City, Things to do there are
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 05/04/2017 - 1:41amSo many things deserve to be in this first sentence: do I mention the annual West Side Bike Month Cruiser Ride, make a Star Wars pun about May the Fourth, or focus on the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony? What I love most about Carson City is our ability to be outdoorsy, patriotic, geeky, and none of the above - all at the same time. If you don’t find something you absolutely have to check out in today’s “Things to Do”, please look at my list again in a day or two, or sometime next week.
Carson City honors Thin Blue Line with laser light show
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 05/03/2017 - 9:40pmThe names of all fallen peace officers killed in the line duty throughout state history were read Wednesday night in a public gathering that precedes the 20th Annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday on the Capitol grounds in Carson City.
2017 Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial programs presented in Carson City this week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/03/2017 - 10:16amTwo events will be held in Carson City this Wednesday and Thursday as part of the 2017 Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Ceremony, said Memorial Historian Frank Adams.
Things to do around Carson City and beyond this Easter Sunday
Submitted by editor on Sun, 04/16/2017 - 2:13amHappy Easter, Carson City. You’ll find all the egg hunts and brunches on a special everything Easter list HERE. Before the rain returns, grab a moment in the sun. A bike ride with Muscle Powered stretches your legs, Community Yoga at Comma Coffee stretches it all.
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I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 15 - 16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 2:56amSmack dab in the middle of April and the town is officially in its Spring thaw. Easter is on Sunday, so just about anywhere you go you’ll find the Bunny and an egg hunt. To make it easy, I’ve moved all of those events to their own everything Easter list HERE.
I Love Carson City’s Everything Easter Weekend List
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 1:42amSo much is happening this weekend, that breaking my weekend list up seemed like the only thing to do. Eggs galore, brunches, and family friendly fun is what you’ll find here. Whether you’re in Carson, Douglas, Dayton, or Virginia City – there’s something fun just around the corner. For all the other things going on around town, head to my weekly weekend event summary HERE.